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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,597 cc

LL51 GKCMOT history

LL51 GKC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

LL51 GKC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2022
Mileage
147,158 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 GKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 GKC was last recorded at 147,158 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 6,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,466 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,692 miles
Average per year
5,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,158 miles
  • 2021 – 140,466 miles
  • 2020 – 137,211 miles
  • 2018 – 133,990 miles
  • 2017 – 128,587 miles
  • 2016 – 123,841 miles
  • 2015 – 117,582 miles
  • 2014 – 111,509 miles
  • 2013 – 108,555 miles
  • 2012 – 104,492 miles
  • 2011 – 102,117 miles
  • 2010 – 93,448 miles
  • 2009 – 90,864 miles
  • 2008 – 84,915 miles
  • 2007 – 74,850 miles
  • 2006 – 60,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,158 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch liner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front brake shield corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,158 miles (+6,692)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,158 miles
    Test number
    364022802676
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass140,466 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    140,466 miles
    Test number
    940897918511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch liner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake shield corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake shield corroded

  3. Fail140,466 miles (+3,255)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,466 miles
    Test number
    684803642410
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch liner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake shield corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake shield corroded

  4. Pass137,211 miles (+65)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,211 miles
    Test number
    253437674654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,146 miles (+3,156)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,146 miles
    Test number
    298677282401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,990 miles (+83)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,990 miles
    Test number
    484229338052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail133,907 miles (+5,320)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,907 miles
    Test number
    610889599313
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,587 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    128,587 miles
    Test number
    440428353720
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner cv boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside park reading lower

  9. Fail128,585 miles (+4,744)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,585 miles
    Test number
    339947487091
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner cv boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside park reading lower

  10. Pass123,841 miles (+6,259)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,841 miles
    Test number
    639752578282
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside park only just

  11. Pass117,582 miles (+6,073)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    117,582 miles
    Test number
    249780628590
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges

  12. Pass111,509 miles (+2,954)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    111,509 miles
    Test number
    449981604333
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass108,555 miles (+17)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,555 miles
    Test number
    955398803341
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail108,538 miles (+4,046)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,538 miles
    Test number
    296044303308
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing inner edge of tread

  15. Pass104,492 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,492 miles
    Test number
    135989992274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edge of tread
    • NoteParking brake pedal antislip/rubber missing

  16. Fail104,492 miles (+2,375)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,492 miles
    Test number
    369879392499
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edge of tread
    • NoteParking brake pedal antislip/rubber missing

  17. Pass102,117 miles (+8,669)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    102,117 miles
    Test number
    209865261238
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge of tread
    • NoteOffside mirror slight deterioration

  18. Fail93,448 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,448 miles
    Test number
    323553670242
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass93,448 miles (+2,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,448 miles
    Test number
    944283270283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass90,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    743886649210
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail90,864 miles (+5,949)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    114395649275
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass84,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,915 miles
    Test number
    503802918275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail84,915 miles (+10,065)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,915 miles
    Test number
    870122918297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,850 miles
    Test number
    343164637265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,839 miles (+14,142)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,839 miles
    Test number
    661744037277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass60,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,697 miles
    Test number
    351242816262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 GKC

Does LL51 GKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 GKC expired on 12 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 GKC?
The MOT on LL51 GKC expired on 12 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 GKC done?
LL51 GKC was recorded at 147,158 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 5,580 miles a year.
Has LL51 GKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 GKC has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 GKC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 GKC find?
LL51 GKC failed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing, and 10 more.

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